About

Technical leader bridging research science, AI/ML engineering, and education.

Professional Summary

Technical leader with 15+ years in research science and 20+ years in STEM education, now focused on AI/ML engineering and technical consulting.

I combine deep expertise in signal processing, machine learning algorithms, and predictive modeling with proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and translate complex technical concepts into accessible learning experiences.

Currently, I develop production-ready AI/ML curriculum and codebases for professional certificate programs while maintaining an active research portfolio in cognitive and rehabilitative sciences at the University of Colorado.

36+
Courses Developed
$3M+
Research Funding
65+
Publications
20+
Keynote Presentations

Experience

Technical Subject Matter Expert

August 2024 – Present

JackrabbitLX · Coursera Platform

Develop curriculum, production-ready codebases, and instructional content for professional certificate programs on the Coursera learning platform.

  • Architect and test functional codebases for full-stack, AI/ML, and DevOps applications across 36+ courses spanning five major professional certificate programs
  • Record live screencast demonstrations of technical concepts, coding workflows, and development environments
  • Provide expert review and quality assurance feedback on course materials, assessments, and technical documentation

Research Scientist & Principal Investigator

2014 – Present

University of Colorado · Institute of Cognitive Science & Dept. of Physical Medicine

Lead the Neurodynamics Laboratory with a focus on signal processing, machine learning applications, and rehabilitative technologies for populations with sensory impairments.

  • Secured and managed over $3M in research funding from NSF, NIH, NIDILRR, and CDC as Principal Investigator or Co-Investigator
  • Design machine learning pipelines for feature extraction and classification in electrophysiological and acoustic signals
  • Develop software toolboxes, APIs, and user interfaces for data access, signal processing, and predictive modeling
  • Lead interdisciplinary research teams; supervise graduate students, postdoctoral researchers, and technical staff

Assistant Professor

2007 – 2014

University of Colorado Boulder · Department of Speech, Language, & Hearing Sciences

  • Taught 28 courses over seven years with consistently high instructor ratings (avg. 5.4/6.0) spanning neuroscience, brain imaging, acoustics, and clinical audiology
  • Supervised 27 master's and doctoral thesis students; served as committee chair for 8 doctoral candidates
  • Developed expertise in visualization and presentation of complex scientific and statistical concepts

Education

Post-Doctorate

Functional Brain Imaging

University of Colorado Boulder

Ph.D.

Brain & Behavioral Sciences

University of Texas at Dallas

M.S.

Communication Disorders

University of Texas at Dallas

B.S.

Communication Sciences & Disorders

University of Texas at Austin

Selected Consulting & Advisory Roles

  • Research Consultant – Central Sensory Processes Laboratory, UT Austin
    2022 – Present
  • Technical Consultant – Cochlear Implant Signal Processing, Cochlear Corp.
    2020
  • Panel Member – Disability Services Advisory, FCC
    2018
  • Committee Member – Audiological Diagnostics & Intervention, CO Dept. of Ed.
    2017 – 2018
  • Director of Research – Advisory Board, Marion Downs Center
    2015 – 2019

Let's Work Together

Interested in collaboration, consulting, or curriculum development? I'd love to hear from you.

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